Selective inhibitor of p38α and p38β2 that displays no activity at p38γ, p38δ, ERK1/2 and JNK1. Inhibits production of inflammatory cytokines including IL-8, TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β and IL-10 (IC50 values are 4, 5, 17, 30 and 74 nM respectively). Displays anti-inflammatory activity in murine models of acute and chronic dermatitis.